Psychology says people who compliment you right before asking for help may be doing more than being nicePeople often make requests feel warmer and less demanding by expressing appreciation, offering praise or using polite language. Giving some...
15 Sep, 2026, 07.05 PM IST
Psychology says people who work even when they are ill and don’t take a leave may be trapped in a cycle of pressurePeople who continue working despite being ill may be driven by a strong sense of responsibility, financial concerns, fear of falling behind...
15 Sep, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Psychology says people who constantly adjust their office chair may be highly sensitive to their physical environmentSome people may simply be more sensitive to subtle changes in physical comfort and bodily sensations. This can be related to interoception ...
14 Sep, 2026, 05.34 PM IST
“Whether we leave anyone behind”: Sameer Nigam’s blueprint for PhonePe’s second decadeAt Global Fintech Fest 2026, PhonePe founder‑CEO Sameer Nigam framed the company’s first ten years as the construction of India’s financial...
11 Sep, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
Psychology says people who constantly clear phone notifications may crave a sense of control - The surprising reason this tiny digital habit can feel satisfying and what it may reveal about how your brain handles uncertaintyClearing smartphone notifications offers a sense of completion and control. Research indicates these alerts disrupt attention and create un...
11 Sep, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
Jeff Bezos, world's third richest man, received $244,000 jet tax bill as LA County used a secret tracking system to catch wealthy aircraft ownersAmazon founder Jeff Bezos, who sits on a fortune of $263 billion as the third-richest man on the planet, was served notice by the Los Angel...
10 Sep, 2026, 11.49 PM IST
Humans used betel nuts as drugs 25,000 years ago: Ancient teeth reveal the surprising psychoactive habit that began around the Ice AgeAncient teeth from Sulawesi show betel nut use 25,000 years ago. This habit predates early farming and represents habitual drug use. Resear...
10 Sep, 2026, 10.12 PM IST
Quote of the day by Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius: 'The things you think about determine the quality of your mind. Your soul takes on the color of your...' - Roman emperor's life lesson on how the thoughts you choose can shape your mind, emotions and entire outlook on lifeRoman emperor Marcus Aurelius offered timeless wisdom on managing thoughts. His philosophy emphasized virtue and reason over external posse...
10 Sep, 2026, 11.20 AM IST
Psychology says people who can never stop taking photos may be chasing more than the perfect picturePeople naturally make choices about how they want to be perceived by others. Photographs offer a particularly powerful way to shape that im...
09 Sep, 2026, 08.04 PM IST
Psychology says people who prefer takeout over dining in may be valuing one thing more than foodSomeone might enjoy dining at an elegant restaurant for a birthday or special occasion but still opt for takeout on an ordinary Tuesday. Th...
09 Sep, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
Psychology says people who never share their problems and fight alone may be protecting more than their privacyEmotional disclosure can help people organize and process difficult experiences, and social support can reduce the impact of rumination. Ho...
09 Sep, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Psychology says people who always imagine the best-case and worst-case scenario may be using a surprising anxiety strategyPeople who habitually consider both extremes may have a strong tendency toward future-oriented thinking. They may be planners who use menta...
09 Sep, 2026, 01.24 PM IST
Thru the optimism prism: GDP’s 7.8% print offers some hope for those willing to see itIndia's economy grew by 7.8% in the first quarter of fiscal year 2027. This growth was fueled by a consumption spurt and government capital...
08 Sep, 2026, 10.59 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Mother Teresa: “We fear the future because we are wasting today” - Why its important to focus on the present moment to conquer daily anxietyMother Teresa's insights connect our present actions to the fears we harbor about the future. By overlooking opportunities today, we amplif...
08 Sep, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
Psychology says people who pace while talking on the phone may be using movement as a thinking aidPeople who pace while talking on the phone are not necessarily nervous, impatient or unable to sit still. For some people, movement may sim...
30 Aug, 2026, 09.34 PM IST
Psychology says people who always say ‘bless you’ after someone sneezes may have this psychological traitPeople who immediately say “bless you” are not necessarily more religious, empathetic or polite than others. However, the automatic respons...
27 Aug, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
Psychology says people who check their phone immediately after waking up may be seeking more than notifications - What this everyday habit could reveal about their mindsetInstantly reaching for our phones upon waking is a reflection of ingrained routines and an adventurous spirit. This action is often fueled ...
24 Aug, 2026, 09.54 AM IST